580140 Sun Dec 14 22:04:00 -0800 2008 7 18 Manhattan 0 4247164 So, hi. Name's Nick. I've been on this board a while though recently I've been on a bit of a hiatus due to school and the such. Still, I'd like to think of myself as a pretty decent hound. Problem is, as a college student, I necessarily skew towards the very cheap, that being my most constant source of food and thus my base of knowledge. However, I am going away on Wednesday to Israel on Birthright (those who know the program, feel free to leave advice/comments) and the 'rents told me they'd take me to any restaurant I wanted. Problem is, as I said, I don't know fancy joints. So I rely on you people. You, wonderful, people. Help me, a dedicated hound of everything from Venezuelan to Vietnamese Sandwiches find a good place to eat for Tuesday night. Something that might impress my foodie-ness and be nice for my parents and me. THE RULES- 1. They need to be gettable- It's early Monday as I post this. Babbo ain't going to take me on this short notice. Other places that might be available-er, preferred. 2. I am a poultritarian- I know, lame, right? Restaurant needs to have at least one entree that is either Vegetarian or has Chicken (without ham or the like). 3. Any cuisine is fine- As long as it fits the previous two rules. I do like Indian though, but that's not top priority. 4. It needs to be below 125th in Manhattan- Don't want to drag the 'rents up to Harlem or out to Queens late night. 5. They need to have Wine OR BYOB- My dad drinks wine. Everywhere he goes. No wine equals sad dad, equals I can't order delicious chocolate dessert. So them's the rules. If no one replies, I am probably just going to go to an old staltwart: Perry St. in the nabe. For those interested, the upscale places I've been to include the aforementioned place, Tabla, Spice Market, Cafe Boulud, The Modern, Tamarind, Devi, Landmarc and Union Square Cafe. Thank you in advance. And I love you, Hound-dogs. -Nick F. Sun Dec 14 22:04:00 -0800 2008 22662 Nick F. 1 4247273 Rather then Perry, h'about Jean George/Nougatine? You may have to check the weeks menu offerings in regards to chicken. Blue Water Grill might be another to look into...but check recent reviews because I've found most of the BR Guest owned establishments to have gone down hill. Mon Dec 15 00:49:32 -0800 2008 4247164 145096 sugartoof 1 4247420 If you eat fish and/or duck in addition to chicken, I'd suggest Gramercy Tavern or Allen & Delancey. http://www.gramercytavern.com/ http://www.allenanddelancey.net/index.html Blue Water Grill is not in the same league with any of the restaurants you list. Mon Dec 15 05:19:45 -0800 2008 4247164 13722 small h 1 4247626 Acc. to the menu on the website, Eleven Madison Park currently has "Poularde" (aka chicken) on the dinner menu. However, you should check with them directly because there could be a last-minute change. Of course, if you eat duck, no problem, because the signature duck for two is always available. http://www.elevenamadisonpark.com Fleur de Sel has a Crispy Poussin (aka chicken). It's a staple on the menu and is one of my husband's favorite dishes there. http://www.fleurdeselnyc.com The menu on Tocqueville's website shows a "Roulade of Maple Crest Chicken." Roulades are usually stuffed, so you'd have to ask if there is any ham involved. http://www.tocquevillerestaurant.com Mon Dec 15 07:28:35 -0800 2008 4247164 13867 RGR 2 4247688 Thanks, RGR. You've been here even longer than me, so I appreciate the advice. Any preference between those three? Mon Dec 15 07:54:23 -0800 2008 4247626 22662 Nick F. 3 4248794 Hi Nick F, when you said you only eat poultry, does it include duck? If so, I wholeheartedly second RGR's recommendation of EMP, and you must order the duck for two. Really the best duck in town, and you should have it once before you leave the city! Mon Dec 15 13:55:10 -0800 2008 4247688 54254 kobetobiko 3 4249307 Nick, Yes, I am an old-timer here, in more ways than one! ;-) As you probably know, EMP is my favorite NYC restaurant; therefore, of course, amongst the three, it would be my preference. Echoing kobe echoing me, Chef Humm's duck for two is utterly amazing! That is definitely what a "poultritarian" should have there. I do think for your final meal before heading off to Israel -- which I haven't been to since the mid-1960's -- you should go someplace grand in every way. And EMP is certainly that! Mon Dec 15 17:32:41 -0800 2008 4247688 13867 RGR 1 4248716 Blue Hill had a fabulous chicken dish when I went. Mon Dec 15 13:33:33 -0800 2008 4247164 244832 StephInNYC